When you’re on the road, there are plenty of components that go into making your Ford model operate at peak performance always. Perhaps the most well-known of these is your oil, which helps to lubricate your engine and gears, keeping you moving forward more smoothly and responsively. It’s for this reason that it’s important to understand how to check the oil level in your Ford vehicle; even though most modern models will give you a rough estimate, it’s crucial to know where you stand. We’ll show you how today!   Read the rest of this entry >>

Your battery is one of the most important parts of your car, and thankfully is one of the easiest parts to maintain. Your friends at Sherwood Ford are here to help you keep your battery running like the day you drove it off our lot.

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Engine Break-In Period: Fact of Fiction

The engine break-in period is a hotly-debated topic amongst drivers and aficionados alike. There are many differing opinions, but it’s generally agreed upon that the more properly and efficiently an engine is broken in, the longer it will last and the better it will perform over the course of its life. All vehicles have a different break-in period, and some have even been broken-in at the factory before they were sent to the dealership. According to Ford, a new Ford engine’s break-in period is 1,000 miles. If you’re not sure of your vehicle’s break-in period, consult your owner’s manual. Keep reading to find out more about how to properly break-in your new engine!
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Ford dashboard warning lights are designed to alert you to any issues or malfunctions with a variety of vehicle parts and systems. For instance, when your Ford check engine light comes on, it can mean a few different things.